Senior Transportation Engineer: Traffic & Mobility Planning

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Travel allowance

Training & conferences

Company vehicle

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Transportation Engineer for a leading multidisciplinary consulting firm in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. The role covers traffic engineering, planning, and mobility solutions for urban and regional projects, shaping safe, efficient transportation networks.

You will design road networks, develop models, and plan for public transport and non-motorized options, collaborating with planners and engineers. Travel within the Western Cape is involved.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with Transportation specialization.
• Pr. Eng. or Pr. Eng. Tech. registration with ECSA.
• Minimum 7 years postgraduate experience in traffic engineering and planning.
• Experience with traffic modeling software (VISSIM, SIDRA INTERSECTION, Transyt).
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage projects and lead technical teams.
• Willingness to travel for site visits and meetings within Stellenbosch and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Conduct TIAs and develop mitigation strategies for development projects.
• Design road infrastructure including intersections and urban networks with emphasis on safety and flow.
• Develop transportation models and forecasts for future demand.
• Plan and design traffic control systems including signals, signage, and road markings.
• Undertake public transport planning including route analysis and infrastructure needs.
• Promote non-motorized transport infrastructure (walking and cycling).
• Collaborate with urban planners and stakeholders to integrate transport solutions into development plans.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and design documentation.
• Provide expert advice on traffic and transportation policies and guidelines.
• Stay updated on best practices and emerging technologies in transportation engineering.

Skills

7+ years experience

lead technical teams

communication skills

travel willingness

Education

Master's degree in Civil Engineering (Transportation)

Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) or Pr. Eng. Tech. registration with ECSA

Tools

VISSIM

SIDRA INTERSECTION

Transyt

Job description

Placements24 seeks an experienced Transportation Engineer for a leading multidisciplinary consulting firm in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. The role covers traffic engineering, planning, and mobility solutions for urban and regional projects, shaping safe, efficient transportation networks.

You will design road networks, develop models, and plan for public transport and non-motorized options, collaborating with planners and engineers. Travel within the Western Cape is involved.